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HR 3634111th CongressSigned into LawHouse

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 109 Main Street in Swifton, Arkansas, as the "George Kell Post Office".

Policy Area: Government Operations and Politics
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Origin Chamber
House
Last Updated
Apr 7, 2025
Latest Action Date
Jun 9, 2010

Latest Action

Became Public Law No: 111-180.

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Executive Summary

This bill, H.R. 3634 from the 111th Congress, designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 109 Main Street in Swifton, Arkansas, as the "George Kell Post Office." The bill was introduced in the House, passed both chambers, and was signed into law on June 9, 2010, becoming Public Law No: 111-180. The legislation is a formal naming act and does not include additional provisions or funding directives.

Bottom Line

H.R. 3634 officially names a USPS facility in Swifton, Arkansas, the George Kell Post Office, with no further policy or operational changes.

Policy Risk Level
🟢 Low
Neutral Risk Assessment
Key Points
  • The bill designates a specific USPS facility in Swifton, Arkansas, with a commemorative name.
  • It was enacted into law on June 9, 2010, after passage in Congress.
  • The legislation does not include funding changes, operational mandates, or policy alterations.
Who Benefits?

['United States Postal Service (USPS) as the named facility gains a formal designation.', 'Residents and community members of Swifton, Arkansas, who may identify with the named facility.', 'The legacy or memory of George Kell, for whom the facility is named.']

Potential Concerns

['No explicit concerns related to implementation or cost are indicated in the bill text or summary.', 'Naming federal facilities can involve minor administrative costs for signage and documentation updates.', 'No new authority or oversight mechanisms are created by this bill.']

Political Context

The bill is part of a common legislative practice of naming federal buildings and facilities to honor individuals. Such bills typically receive bipartisan support and are non-controversial. This bill was introduced and passed during the 111th Congress and signed into law in 2010.

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Indirect Effects

['The naming may enhance community identity or pride in Swifton, Arkansas.', 'It may set a precedent for future naming of USPS facilities in the region or nationwide.', 'Minor administrative updates within USPS related to facility records and signage.']

GovScope Watchdog Notes

The bill is straightforward with no complex policy or funding provisions, limiting transparency concerns. Oversight considerations are minimal given the ceremonial nature of the designation. Monitoring USPS implementation of the naming, including any associated costs, could ensure accountability for administrative expenditures.

Passage Likelihood: HighConfidence: 95%Model: gpt-4.1-mini

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